2002 Morgan 4 vs. 2010 Audi A3
To start off, 2010 Audi A3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A3 (140 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2002 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Morgan 4.
Because 2002 Morgan 4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Morgan 4 | 2010 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Morgan | Audi |
| Model | 4 | A3 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
